India and US Collaborate to Enhance Strategic Technology Partnership: Minister
India and the US are actively collaborating to strengthen their strategic technology partnership, focusing on connecting scientists from both nations to work on emerging technologies like AI and smart connected cities, according to government officials. Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh made this announcement
Experts Warn: Excessive Screen Time and Trauma Can Lead to Behavioral Issues in Children
On World Mental Health Day, experts highlighted the impact of excessive screen time, trauma, and violence on children’s behavior. Observed annually on October 10, World Mental Health Day aims to raise awareness and combat stigma surrounding mental health issues. Recent years have seen
Rising Cardiac Arrests: A Call for Young India to Embrace Healthier Lifestyles
The recent spike in cardiac arrest cases raises critical questions about diagnosis and prevention. This surge in both cardiac and non-communicable diseases has alarmed corporate leaders and medical professionals alike. When Swiggy CEO Rohit Kapoor criticized the hustle culture, advocating for a healthier
Securitisation Volume Soars to Rs 70,000 Crore in Q2 FY25, Driven by Vehicle Financing
Securitisation volume in India surged by 56% year-on-year to Rs 70,000 crore in the second quarter of FY25, primarily fueled by vehicle financing, according to a report by CRISIL Ratings released on Wednesday. This increase was largely driven by significant issuances from key
Brazil Lifts Ban on X Following Compliance with Court Orders
Brazil’s Supreme Court has lifted the ban on the social media platform X, which had been in effect for over a month due to non-compliance with court rulings. Judge Alexandre de Moraes announced the lifting of the ban on Tuesday after X paid
Study Reveals Brainstem Damage Linked to Long-Lasting Covid Symptoms
A recent study has identified damage to the brainstem—the brain’s control center—as a key factor behind the enduring physical and psychiatric effects of severe Covid-19 infections. Researchers from the Universities of Cambridge and Oxford utilized ultra-high-resolution scanners to examine the brains of 30
Study Finds ChatGPT Overprescribes Unnecessary X-Rays and Antibiotics in Emergency Care
A recent study has revealed that while ChatGPT demonstrates promise in patient interactions and medical examinations, it tends to overprescribe unnecessary x-rays and antibiotics in emergency care settings. Conducted by researchers from the University of California-San Francisco (UCSF), the study indicated that ChatGPT
NASA-SpaceX Delays Europa Clipper Mission Due to Hurricane Milton
NASA’s Europa Clipper mission, designed to search for signs of life on Jupiter’s icy moon Europa, has been postponed due to Hurricane Milton, which is expected to bring “life-threatening hazards” to parts of Florida. Originally scheduled for launch aboard SpaceX’s Falcon Heavy rocket
Text Massager Scammers: What to Watch For and How to Protect Yourself
Dr. (H) Avi Verma Be on alert for text message scams, especially when they contain certain phrases. One key phrase to watch out for is “would you kindly.” Although it may seem friendly, it’s often a red flag indicating a potential scam. Why
South Korea Reports Another Case of Lumpy Skin Disease
South Korea has confirmed another case of lumpy skin disease (LSD) in cattle, bringing the total number of cases this year to eight, government officials announced on Saturday. The latest outbreak occurred on Friday at a livestock farm in Goseong, approximately 160 kilometers
India Joins International Medical Device Regulators Forum
The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO), under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, has officially become an affiliate member of the International Medical Device Regulators Forum (IMDRF), the ministry announced on Thursday. The IMDRF is a global network of medical device
Adani Group and Google Collaborate to Boost Clean Energy Adoption in India
The Adani Group and Google have announced a partnership aimed at enhancing their sustainability goals and increasing the amount of clean energy supplied to India’s national grid. Under this collaboration, the Adani Group will provide clean energy from a new solar-wind hybrid project
Australian Research Highlights Impact of Partner Violence on Child Health
A recent study from Australia reveals that children of mothers who experience intimate partner violence (IPV) are significantly more likely to suffer from poor health outcomes. Conducted by researchers at the Menzies School of Health Research at Charles Darwin University (CDU), the study
Vistara to Adopt ‘AI2’ Flight Number After Merger with Air India Next Month
Air India announced on Wednesday that flights operated by Vistara will begin using the flight code ‘AI2’ following the merger of the two airlines next month. While the integration will officially take place on November 12, Air India assured that the Vistara experience
Make in India for Space and Geospatial Sector to Drive Growth by 2047: Amitabh Kant
The “Make in India” initiative, particularly in the space and geospatial sectors, is expected to fuel significant growth in the country by 2047, according to G20 Sherpa Amitabh Kant. Speaking at a high-level seminar titled “Make in India for Space and Geospatial Sector,”
NASA’s Europa Clipper ‘Fueled Up and Nearly Ready to Go’ for Launch on October 10
NASA’s Europa Clipper mission, aimed at exploring Jupiter and its moon Europa, is now “fuelled up and nearly ready to go” for launch on October 10. The Europa Clipper will embark on its inaugural mission to conduct a detailed scientific investigation of Jupiter’s
Indian Pharma Companies Projected to Grow Revenues by 9-11% in FY25
Indian pharmaceutical companies are expected to achieve revenue growth of 9-11% in the current fiscal year (FY25), according to a report released on Monday. This growth is anticipated to be driven by 9-11% revenue increases in the US market, 7-9% in both the
Zerodha Preparing for Significant Revenue Decline Later This Year: CEO
Nithin Kamath, Co-founder and CEO of online brokerage firm Zerodha, announced on Tuesday that the company is experiencing a plateau in revenue and profit and is preparing for a substantial revenue decline later this year. In a blog post, Kamath highlighted that the
PM Modi Inspiring Us to Utilize AI for the Benefit of People: Google’s Sundar Pichai
Sundar Pichai, CEO of Alphabet and Google, shared that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for artificial intelligence (AI) is driving the tech giant to focus on using AI to tackle pressing societal issues. He highlighted that Google is not only investing heavily in
Prostate Cancer: A Treatable Condition Burdened by Social Stigma
Prostate cancer extends beyond a medical diagnosis; it profoundly affects a man’s emotional health, his family, and society at large, according to healthcare professionals. The condition often carries a significant social stigma, impacting not just men’s health but also their sense of masculinity,